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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 12:32 PM
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the heads im going to be using have 13.5 degree valve angles as oppsoed to the factory 15. if i use a stock head to cut will that create an issues? im not looking to pull apart a new set of tfs heads just to flycut and i cant get a straight answer on any of my clearance questions so im looking into just cutting the pistons in case.
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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 01:39 PM
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Very good question. I would assume that would bring up an issue, and I am going to be in the same boat shortly, so bump for you. lol
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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 02:53 PM
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You need to use the same angle head for the fly cut. If you use a 15* to fly cut there will be no relief at the first point where the 13.5* would hit.
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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 03:58 PM
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Which makes sense. Not to hijack, but can you use your good set of heads to flycut the pistons with, if you happen to have them disassembled
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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 08:09 PM
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Call TFS or TEA. They should have the tool available to rent. You'll likely jack up your new heads. Either the valve seats, or the chambers.
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 10:08 AM
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You need to have the valve seats removed. Which means youd need to have new seats installed and have a new valve job done. Plus you run the risk of wearing the guides out faster. I would certainly not use a set of good heads.
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